Pens; nibs and nib points

HS v2017 Code: 960891

About pens; nibs and nib points

hs code 960891 covers the import and export of pens, nibs, and nib points. This industry is a crucial component of the broader writing instruments and office supplies sector, which plays a significant role in the global economy. Pens and related products are essential tools for communication, education, and record-keeping, making them indispensable in both personal and professional settings.

Production process

The production of pens, nibs, and nib points typically involves a combination of precision engineering, material processing, and assembly techniques. Manufacturers may utilize advanced machinery and specialized manufacturing processes to ensure the consistent quality and performance of these writing instruments.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of hs code 960891 items include a variety of raw materials such as plastics, metals, and specialty inks. Additionally, manufacturers may rely on specialized machinery, tooling, and skilled labor to ensure the efficient and accurate production of these writing instruments.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of hs code 960891 are pens, nibs, and nib points, which are then consumed by a wide range of industries and end-users. These products may be used in 960850 Pencils, crayons, pencil leads, pastels, drawing charcoals, writing or drawing chalks and tailors' chalks, 960810 Ball point pens, and 960820 Felt tipped and other porous-tipped pens and markers.

Revisions to 960891

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 960891. The most recent 1 version of this code (960891) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 960891 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions
Older versions

Family tree for pens; nibs and nib points

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/96'>96: Miscellaneous manufactured articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9608'>9608: Pens; ball-point, felt tipped, other porous tipped pens; fountain pens, stylograph pens duplicating stylos, propelling or sliding pencils; parts of the foregoing, excluding those of heading no. 9609</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960891'>960891: Pens; nibs and nib points</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960810'>960810: Pens; ball point</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960820'>960820: Pens; felt tipped and other porous-tipped pens and markers</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960830'>960830: Pens; fountain, stylograph and other pens</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960840'>960840: Pencils; propelling or sliding</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960850'>960850: Pen and pencil sets; of articles from two or more of the foregoing sub-headings</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960860'>960860: Pens; ball-point, refills comprising the ball point and ink-reservoir</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960899'>960899: Pens and pencils; duplicating stylos, pen-holders, pencil-holders, and similar holders, parts of the articles of heading 9608, including caps and clips</a>"]

    

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